What is another word for peripatus?
Pronunciation: [pˌɛɹɪpˈatəs] (IPA) 
Peripatus is a genus of velvet worms, also known as onychophorans, that are commonly found in tropical rainforests around the world. While the term "peripatus" is widely used to refer to these animals, there are several other synonyms that are occasionally used in scientific literature and popular media. Some of the most common synonyms include velvet worm, walking worm, and caterpillar worm. Other less frequently used synonyms include worm spider, slime worm, and cephaloped worm. Despite these minor variations in nomenclature, all of these terms refer to the same fascinating group of animals that have fascinated scientists and nature enthusiasts for decades.
